Mexico: Protest scheduled by US embassy in Mexico City on August 27

Event

A protest is scheduled to take place by the US embassy in Mexico City at 16:00 (local time) on Thursday, August 27. Protesters will gather on Paseo de la Reforma to demonstrate against current events in the US, as well as US foreign policies.

A heightened security presence is to be expected in the vicinity of protest site, and an associated disruption to transportation is likely over the near term.

Advice

Those in Mexico City are advised to closely monitor the situation, avoid all protests and large public gatherings, anticipate disruptions to transportation and services in areas affected by demonstrations, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities and their home governments.